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<p>The Government recognises that widespread access to cash is extremely important
to the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. The Government is engaging
with the financial regulators, including through the Joint Authorities Cash Strategy
Group, to monitor the impact of COVID-19 on the UK’s cash infrastructure and remains
committed to protecting access to cash for those who need it, while supporting digital
payments.</p><p>At the March 2020 Budget, the Chancellor announced that the Government
will bring forward legislation to protect access to cash. This will ensure that those
who continue to rely on cash can continue to do so in the long-term.</p><p>The Financial
Conduct Authority and Payment Systems Regulator are developing a comprehensive picture
of cash access infrastructure across the UK in relation to social economic factors
that reflect consumer needs, building upon their mapping work carried out during the
COVID-19 crisis.</p>
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